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Aug 14, 2014

Top 14 Apps For Business Networkers

Having trouble making connections? There’s an app for that. Keeping in touch or planning a meet-up? Your smartphone can help with that too. Expand your professional circle at the next conference or seminar. Here are some trusty iPhone apps to help you network. Card Munch Want a simple and easy way to gather business cards without having to sort through a pile of small bits of paper at your desk the next day? Card Munch business card reader offers an incredibly easy solution to build your professional network. With this app, you simply photograph the image with the ...

Aug 14, 2014 | Comments Off

Jul 2, 2014

The Benefits of Networking for Your Career

Networking is about developing long-term relationships for mutual gain and creating a lasting impression with people so that they think of you positively when an opportunity arises. Why should you invest the time and energy to make your “net work”? There are hundreds of benefits, and here is a summary of my top 12. Main Benefits: Being active. Being active is a benefit of networking. Believe it or not, by just getting yourself out there and connecting to people you are moving your career forward. By going to a networking party or group, you are taking the first ...

Jul 2, 2014 | 3 Comments

Jun 25, 2014

PA PRIVE NETWORK EVENING |TUESDAY 29TH JULY | LONDON

PA privé is delighted to invite you to an exclusive second networking evening. The event will be held at the Exclusive 5* Montcalm at The Brewery London City Hotel on Tuesday 29th July 2014 at 18.30hs REGISTER HERE Our evening’s line-up includes We are delighted to welcome trainer and international conference speaker Mark Perl*, who will give a talk on the importance of perfecting your Linkedin profile and how to achieve it. C.V. Surgery area for career, CV and job advice hosted by Tate, specialists in the recruitment of office professionals. The Montcalm London City will have a goody bag ready for all PAs that ...

Jun 25, 2014 | 5 Comments

PA Prive Prosecco Tasting & Networking Event | April

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Apr 10, 2014 | 11 Comments

Happy Hour Etiquette

Doing business over drinks is a great way to socialise in a relaxed and informal setting and allows people to communicate more honestly so both parties can get to know each other. Drinking as a networking tool Having a couple of drinks over business definitely loosens inhibitions although it can also be a good conversation starter. You’ll probably notice your choice of wine is a great ice- breaker to get discussion, so to have some knowledge on wine can work in your favor. Remember moderation Always order a weak drink with soda at a bar when you’re discussing ...

Oct 10, 2013 | Comments Off

Top Networking Tips to Get You Started

Before you attend networking events, think about the true purpose of them. There is a reason it’s called networking – it is not a social event. So if there is alcohol available, make sure you limit your intake, or it might be best to avoid it altogether. Also consider your industry and target customers before deciding to attend an event – is it right for your business. Why attend the event? – Write down what you want to achieve from the event. Is it to meet someone specific? New job opportunity? Improve your communications skills Increase personal confidence? Whatever it ...

Jun 25, 2013 | 2 Comments